UK Status
Resident. Local S.
Montgomeryshire
Status
A fairly common species, found throughout the county.
Wingspan
: M
& F, 36-40mm.
Confusion
species
Clouded Drab. |
Flight
time (Montgomeryshire)
Habitat
Mature broadleaf woodland.
Foodplant
Oak.
Lifestage data
Eggs are laid singly on the foodplant. Larva late May-mid
July which rest during the day on the underside of a leaf. Overwinters
as a pupa in a compact cocoon at the base of the tree. |
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